{"id":18480,"date":"2025-12-15T23:39:37","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T23:39:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/?p=18480"},"modified":"2025-11-17T23:51:18","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T23:51:18","slug":"2026-fashion-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/2026-fashion-trends\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 fashion trends: Top style predictions based on the runway"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"18480\" class=\"elementor elementor-18480\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b2523ca e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5b2523ca\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-717bd875 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"717bd875\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every year, designers, forecasters, and style insiders make their calls on what\u2019s coming next in fashion. These trends can give you new ways to play with your wardrobe, like experimenting with how your pieces fit or refreshing your old favourites.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of these trends might stick around for years, others fade quickly, but they all offer a chance to evolve your look. The best way to approach them is with curiosity. Take what sparks joy, ignore what doesn\u2019t, and have fun trying something new.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we\u2019ll run through the trends predicted to shape 2026, explain where they\u2019re coming from, and share how you can make them work in your own wardrobe.<\/span>\r\n<h2><b>7 fashion predictions for 2026<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fashion forecasts are never a guarantee, but they give us a good sense of what shapes, fabrics, and ideas will filter into the year ahead.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s what\u2019s predicted for 2026, plus some tailoring tips to help you make each trend your own.<\/span>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Polka dots take over<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tailoring gets softer and looser<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raw denim and rough edges return<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainability continues to trend<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utility details and accessories<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalised clothing goes mainstream<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teal, fuchsia, and mint<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h3><b>1. Polka dots take over<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.co.uk\/article\/polka-dot-trend-spring\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Polka dots began reappearing in 2025<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and are set to take a bigger role in 2026. Forecasts show both oversized and micro dots climbing in popularity, with Vogue projecting a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.voguebusiness.com\/story\/fashion\/5-womenswear-trend-predictions-for-spring-summer-2026\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">78% rise for polka dots<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2026.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the SS26 runway, Christian Siriano leaned into <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/fashion-shows\/spring-2026-ready-to-wear\/christian-siriano\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graphic polka-dot looks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, proving the print is versatile enough for both statement gowns and everyday wear.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18481\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1.jpg 1706w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/thegarnettereport.com\/fashionweek\/christian-siriano-ss26-old-hollywood-glamour\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Garnette Report<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [1]\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>How to wear it:<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go bold with oversized dots on a blazer, dress, or wide-leg trousers<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look classic with black-and-white micro dots or experiment with colour<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add a pokda dot accessory like a scarf, tie, or bag<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try tonal dots in the same colour family for a more refined look<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When wearing fun patterns, intention is everything. The difference between chaotic and considered often comes down to fit. A tailored shoulder or defined waist can turn a riot of polka dots into a statement look.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18482\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2-681x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2-681x1024.jpeg 681w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2-199x300.jpeg 199w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2-768x1155.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2.jpeg 980w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.elle.com\/uk\/fashion\/trends\/a61788797\/polka-dots-trend\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ELLE UK<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [2]<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>2. Tailoring gets softer and looser<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rigid suits are giving way to what forecasters call \u201cfluid tailoring\u201d in 2026. Expect wrap-front jackets, collarless blazers, and relaxed silhouettes that keep their shape, yet move naturally with the body<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18483\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-768x1153.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/wwd.com\/fashion-news\/shows-reviews\/gallery\/twp-spring-2025-ready-to-wear-1236588831\/?epik=dj0yJnU9WTd0WG9IRm9pR0dUWTItSkl1a3VFcnE3U0NnNDgtX1AmcD0wJm49bmt1WFlQT3FaOWFaM1otb0FGQncxdyZ0PUFBQUFBR2pWV3dj\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WWD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [3]\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/fashionunited.com\/news\/fashion\/spring-summer-2026-trend-report-navigating-a-season-of-reorientation-and-mindful-expression\/2025060566413\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fashion United\u2019s SS26 report<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> links this shift to the demand for comfort, versatility, and gender-fluid expression.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>How to wear it:<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose unstructured blazers, but have them tailored to your proportions<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experiment with wider trousers and longer lines that create a flowy look<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Play with light fabrics like linen, silk, and lightweight wool for movement<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balance proportions: pair softer tailoring with crisp shirts or fitted basics<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tailoring is always in fashion, but in 2026, it\u2019s predicted to evolve. If you want to nail this trend, visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/locations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your nearest LookSmart<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to have your favourite pieces tailored for both comfort and polish.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18484\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4-1152x2048.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/2040762328440943\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Koibird<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [4]<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>3. Raw denim and rough edges return<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forecasts for denim point to raw finishes, distressed hems, and textured washes as designers move away from polished perfection. In a world saturated with hyper-edited images and perfect filters, there\u2019s a growing appetite for authenticity and rawness.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/fashionunited.com\/news\/fashion\/ss26-denim-projections-key-silhouettes-washes-and-details\/2025041865618\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industry reports<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also show denim mills investing in durability and artisanal techniques, giving fabrics more depth and character. On the SS26 runways, visible seams and unfinished edges reinforced this shift, showcasing denim that feels lived-in and authentic.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_18485\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18485\" style=\"width: 683px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-18485\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/5.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18485\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ottolinger Runway Show Berlin Fashion Week SS26 by Reference Studios at Palais am Funkturm, Berlin on the 2nd Juli 2025.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kaltblut-magazine.com\/ottolinger-resort-2026-heidi\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">KALTBLUT Magazine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [5]<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>How to wear it:<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try raw denim jeans or jackets<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go vintage or let the fabric soften naturally over time<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep frayed hems intact for a rougher edge, but have the length tailored<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balance the texture with cleaner pieces, like a crisp shirt or blazer<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Layer denim on denim in different washes to lean into the rugged feel<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raw denim celebrates imperfection, but the fit still matters. A clean hem or adjusted sleeve can make distressed pieces look intentional, not sloppy. Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/locations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your local tailor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get this balance right.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_18486\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18486\" style=\"width: 683px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-18486\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/6-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18486\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">PARIS, FRANCE &#8211; SEPTEMBER 25: A guest wears blue ruffled top, jeans, black bag outside Cecilie Bahnsen during Womenswear Spring\/Summer 2025 as part of Paris Fashion Week on September 25, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Christian Vierig\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marieclaire.co.uk\/fashion\/shopping\/trainer-trends-fashion-month\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marie Claire UK<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [6]<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>4. Sustainability continues to trend<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fashion has always moved in cycles, but the need for sustainability isn\u2019t fading.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/claraludmir\/2024\/02\/28\/circular-retail-how-brands-are-embracing-new-formats-with-repair-stores\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">report from Forbes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> highlights how more brands are centring collections around repair, resale, and upcycling, moving these practices from the margins to the core of fashion. This shift is being driven by two forces: the urgency of climate change and consumer demand for clothes that last.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trends cycle quickly, but sustainability demands that we step back, rework what we have, tailoring pieces so they still feel new, and invest in items you\u2019ll rely on for years. High fashion proves it can be done. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/fashion-shows\/resort-2026\/stella-mccartney\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stella McCartney\u2019s SS26 collection<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> used regenerative fabrics to create a highly desirable line of designer pieces.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18487\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7.jpeg 1090w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellamccartney.com\/gb\/en\/collections\/lookbook-spring-2026-collection.html?srsltid=AfmBOooilHf-bknszH5WOfWKuHdH69CdVJ02LOUvBencLDzH-EI4J19P\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stella McCartney<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [7]<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>How to wear it:<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your clothes in rotation longer by repairing, altering, or restyling them<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose brands that publish how and where they\u2019re reducing their impact<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid polyester where you can; it wears out quickly and, as a plastic-based fibre, it sheds microplastics that harm the environment<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use tailoring to update old favourites instead of replacing them<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invest in timeless staples made from quality fabrics<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t love it, don\u2019t throw it out. Bring your clothes into <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/locations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your local LookSmart<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to give them a new lease on life.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18488\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/funkyforty.com\/paris-fashion-week-fall-2025-top-street-style-trends-at-christian-dior\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FunkyForty<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [8]\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>5. Utility details and accessories<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utility is forecast as a major 2026 trend, showing up in both clothes and accessories. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/the-resort-2026-trend-report-11-ways-to-dress-for-success-in-a-chaotic-world\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vogue\u2019s Resort 2026<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> report already flagged it as a core direction, and the looks on the SS26 runway reflected this with pieces built around function.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18489\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/9-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/9-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/9-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/9-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/9-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/9.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/theglassmagazine.com\/mfw-ss25-ferrari\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Glass Magazine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [9]\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The driver for this change is practical. After years of pared-back minimalism and pocketless pants, designers are leaning towards creating items that do more for consumers.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>How to wear it:<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add one strong piece with a built-in function, like a jacket or trousers with visible pockets or straps<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try accessories that serve a purpose, like pendant wallets, detachable pouches, or belt bags<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balance oversized or pocket-heavy items with simple basics<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep colours neutral (khaki, navy, black) to let the detailing take centre stage<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utility pieces can easily overwhelm your look if the fit isn\u2019t right. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/locations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tailoring<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the details, like adjusting the length of cargo trousers or refining the cut of a pocketed jacket, can keep the look polished while still delivering on function.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18490\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/10.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/bellroy.com\/products\/laneway-belt-bag?color=ink&amp;epik=dj0yJnU9TWgtSzhJbllYY2VSQndrNHhhX25Ja0tkVk56VzUwRVEmcD0wJm49SlREOFI4THpGbnFEMHJVZzJvVmxGUSZ0PUFBQUFBR2pWWmZv&amp;material=seaweave_sheen#slide-0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bellroy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [10]\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>6. Personalised clothing goes mainstream<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2026, fashion is leaning harder into personalisation. Gen-Z (13-28) in particular are pushing forward the trend of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.voguebusiness.com\/story\/fashion\/gen-zs-want-chaotic-customisation-in-2025-how-can-brands-tap-in\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2018chaotic customisation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019, where embellishments, patches, charms and reworked layers come together to form a completely unique look.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18491\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/11-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/11-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/11-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/11-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/11.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/nz.pinterest.com\/pin\/1407443629172049\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinterest<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [11]<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brands are adapting to meet this demand by offering bespoke options or modular pieces that let you mix, match, and tweak as you please.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>How to wear it:<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add a few well-chosen bag charms or trinkets<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/services\/embroidery\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">embroidery or monogramming<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to give even simple items a unique twist<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Change the straps or buttons to refresh favourite bags or jackets<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix patterns or fabrics in small doses for a touch of individuality<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for unique pieces in op-shops that you can tailor into something new<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People are buying fewer clothes, but they want the ones they do invest in to feel special. This goes hand-in-hand with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/locations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tailoring<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where you can make your clothes one of a kind for your body and style preferences.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18493\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/12-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/12-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/12-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/12-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/12.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jackjones.com\/en-gb\/product\/0708202501\/shop-the-look\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jack &amp; Jones<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [12]<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>7. Teal, fuchsia, and mint<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s been more than a decade since teal, fuchsia, and mint had a moment in the early 2010s in the chevron pattern.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18492\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/13.jpg 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.whowhatwear.com\/fashion\/runway\/hermes-paris-fashion-week-spring-summer-2025\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who What Wear<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [13]\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now for 2026, it\u2019s back as part of a year of bold colour statements. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wgsn.com\/en\/blogs\/coloro-x-wgsn-introduce-key-colours-ss-26\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forecasts from WGSN and Coloro<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> put what they are calling \u201ctransformative teal\u201d, \u201celectric fuchsia\u201d, and \u201cjelly mint\u201d at the core of the 2026 fashion palette, with teal named as the \u2018Colour of the Year\u2019.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18494\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/14.jpeg 1164w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/fashionunited.uk\/news\/fashion\/spotted-on-the-catwalk-wgsn-and-coloros-colour-of-the-year-2026-transformative-teal\/2024110878484\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fashion United<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [14]<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>How to wear it:<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose one piece in teal, fuchsia, or mint<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go bold in a full coloured dress or jumpsuit<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add colourful accessories to inject a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/picking-the-best-colours-for-your-complexion\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pop of colour<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use mint or lighter tones as accents, like linings, topstitch, or underlayers<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anchor brights with neutrals, like pairing teal with navy or fuchsia with black<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve got teal, fuchsia, or mint pieces stashed away since the early 2010s, now\u2019s the time to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/locations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">take them to a tailor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. When trends come back around, now&#8217;s the time to refresh your old favourites, rather than buying new.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/15-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/15-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/15-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/15-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/15-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/15.jpg 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.whowhatwear.com\/mint-spring-summer-2025-color-trend\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who What Wear<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [15]<\/span>\r\n<h2><b>Top predictions and wardrobe tips<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From polka dots to utility details, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of bold statements and practicality. As with all years in fashion, some trends will stick, others will fade, but each one is a chance to evolve your style without starting from scratch.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to refresh your wardrobe for 2026? Bring your favourite pieces into <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.looksmartalterations.com.au\/locations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your nearest LookSmart<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and we\u2019ll help you bring them back to life.<\/span>\r\n<h2><b>FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<h3><b>What are the main fashion trends for 2026?<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key predictions include more polka dots, softer tailoring, raw denim, sustainability, utility details, personalised clothing, and the return of teal, fuchsia, and mint. Designers from London Fashion Week and New York Fashion Week showcased these ideas across womenswear trends and street style looks, with names like Max Mara, Rachel Comey, and Prabal Gurung leading the way.<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>Do I need to follow every 2026 trend to stay stylish?<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not at all. Fashion design is about personal expression, not ticking off trends. Even creative directors like Adam Lippes, Tory Burch, and Ralph Lauren highlight that the runway is inspiration, not obligation. Choose the trends that resonate with your lifestyle and leave the rest.<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>How can tailoring help with being on trend?<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tailoring makes any trend wearable. Whether it\u2019s adjusting fit, refreshing older pieces, or updating details, a good tailor helps trends work for your body and style.<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>Is it better to buy new pieces or adapt what I already have?<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adapting what you already own is often cheaper, more sustainable and leaves you with something more unique. Trends cycle back, and a tailor can make older pieces feel fresh again.<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every year, designers, forecasters, and style insiders make their calls on what\u2019s coming next in fashion. 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